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Corpus Christi Mass and procession to be held in Madison

MADISON — The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of the Lord, or Corpus Christi, celebrates the Eucharist in more focused way than Holy Thursday. It is traditionally celebrated on the Thursday after Trinity Sunday, although in many places it is transferred to Sunday.

In 1246, Robert of Thourotte, Bishop of Liège in Belgium, had instituted a feast for the Eucharist at the request of an Augustinian nun and mystic, St. Juliana of Cornillon. Corpus Christi was established for the whole Church by Pope Urban IV in 1264. Its Mass and Office were composed by St. Thomas Aquinas (+1274).

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Retirement Mass and reception to be held for Fr. Stephen Umhoefer

JANESVILLE — Fr. Stephen Umhoefer will be retiring effective July 11 as pastor of Nativity of Mary Parish in Janesville.

A retirement Mass will take place on Sunday, May 31, at 2 p.m. at Nativity of Mary Church, 313 E. Wall St.

Several priests will be concelebrating with him. The Diocesan Choir will also be on hand, along with the parish’s Sanctuary and Loft Choirs, to sing for the Mass.

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Baraboo circle hosts state convention of Daughters of Isabella

BARABOO — Our Lady of Fatima Circle hosted the 57th state convention of the Daughters of Isabella at St. Joseph Church recently.

Mass was celebrated by Msgr. James Bartylla, vicar general of the Diocese of Madison, with St. Joseph Pastor Fr. James Poster and Parochial Vicar Fr. Garrett Kau concelebrating.

Kicking off the morning session, colors were presented by the Girl Scouts of Badgerland color guard, followed by Baraboo Mayor Michael Palm’s welcome. Mayor Palm spoke of the rich culture, dedicated citizens, deep history, and beauty of Baraboo.

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Corpus Christi Mass at Durward’s Glen

BARABOO — The 102nd annual Corpus Christi Mass and procession at Durward’s Glen will take place on Sunday, June 7, at 11 a.m.

The Mass will be celebrated at the outdoor Holy Family altar by Fr. Pedro Escribano of the Society of Jesus Christ the Priest.

After Mass, the Eucharistic procession will begin from the hilltop and include Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus, flower girls, candles, incense, local musicians, flags, a crucifix, and the Blessed Sacrament carried under a decorative canopy.

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Memorial Day Masses in Diocese of Madison

Memorial Day Masses will be held in the Diocese of Madison. Besides the Masses indicated here, check with local parishes for Masses being celebrated on Monday, May 25.

In Madison, a Memorial Day Mass will be held at Resurrection Cemetery, 2705 Regent St.,at 10 a.m. Msgr. James Bartylla, vicar general of the Diocese of Madison, will be the principal celebrant and homilist. Area priests will serve as concelebrants. Knights of Columbus will serve as an honor guard. The Mass will be held outdoors, but in case of rain, Mass will be held at Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, 405 S. Owen Dr. Refreshments will follow Mass.

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